The Importance of Proper Maintenance for Fiberglass Tanks
If you install your fiberglass tank and walk away from it and trust it to do its job, this will greatly reduce the longevity of the unit. Maintenance and inspections are crucial for fiberglass reinforced plastic tanks to operate efficiently and to last for years. Here’s what you need to know about the importance of […]
Understanding the Difference Between Fiberglass and Steel Storage Tanks
When you’re in the market for a storage tank, one of the first decisions to consider is what sort of material you require your tank to be constructed from. This depends on several variables, including what you’re storing, how durable you need the tank to be and how long you need it to operate. Two […]
Top Five Benefits of Fiberglass Storage Tanks for Industrial and Chemical Storage
For commercial and industrial level storage, particularly with chemical storage on large scales, you need to be able to trust the equipment you employ to safely and reliably store the product. Fiberglass-reinforced plastic tanks for chemical storage, first developed in the 1930s, became more widely used in the 1950s because of the corrosive resistant nature […]
Can Old Fiberglass Tanks Be Recycled?
Fiberglass has been around since the 1930s and is constructed using either brand-new or recycled glass to achieve an adaptable and durable material that can then be used to construct a variety of useful things, including storage tanks. Fiberglass-reinforced plastic tanks are employed in a number of industries including agriculture, waste management, septic, chemical and […]
Repairing a Fiberglass Septic Tank
If you live in a rural area or you work in a remote location where access to anything other than a private septic tank isn’t an option, you know how important it is to have a reliable, working septic unit. The function of a septic tank is to separate liquids and solids from the wastewater […]
FRP Tank Maintenance and Handling Guide
To get the most out of your fibreglass-reinforced plastic tank, it’s essential to follow all maintenance and handling procedures for your specific model before putting the new storage unit into operation. If you’re currently in the market and don’t really know where to start with FRP tanks, we’ve got a few things to keep in […]
FRP Tanks vs. Steel Alternatives
Two of the most commonly used materials in the construction of large storage tanks are FRP, fibreglass-reinforced plastic, or steel. Steel is a traditional version of the storage unit for industries that deal with toxic, caustic or corrosive substances, but FRP has been steadily rising in popularity thanks to the numerous benefits this type of […]
7 Reasons to Use FRP In Your Next Project
When choosing a material for a storage project, there’s a lot of consideration to take into account such as what’s the life expectancy of the material, how does it hold up against the elements and what are the specifications for what it can feasibly hold? FRP is a leading material for the construction of quality […]
Questions to Ask When Requesting an FRP Quote
Fiberglass-reinforced plastics are becoming increasingly popular in industries other than the oil and gas sector, which FRP was originally designed and constructed for. Because of the incredible resilience and flexibility of FRP tanks, structures and accessories, a growing number of trades and agriculture are relying on the durability and customizability of FRP products for their […]
How FRP Tanks Keep your Facility Safe From Fires
A fire on the job site can cause catastrophic damage and put workers and property at high risk, particularly if you work with flammable materials. If you’re storing ignitable goods, you need to trust the storage solution will keep those goods safe and properly contained without the hazard of leakage, corrosion, or conductivity. Fiberglass-reinforced plastic […]